Identify the burrow entrances and active feeding areas
Remove food sources such as fallen fruit, garden vegetables, and pet food
Install a sturdy fence at least 3 feet high and buried 12 inches deep, with the top angled outward
Use one-way exclusion doors only when you are sure no young are inside
Seal inactive burrows after confirming they are empty
Set live traps where legal and relocate only according to local wildlife laws
Call a licensed wildlife control professional for safe removal
Keep grass short and clear brush, woodpiles, and debris near the area
Use motion-activated sprinklers or other deterrents around gardens
Avoid poisoning, which can be dangerous and illegal in many places